GoldmitraGuru Pushya Nakshatra: upcoming dates and timings
Guru Pushya is the combination of Pushya Nakshatra with a Thursday, the day of Jupiter. It is one of the most cited auspicious times to buy gold, and it occurs only a few times a year.
Last refreshed 17 Oct 2026 (IST). Traditional guidance, not financial advice.
⭐ What is Guru Pushya?
Pushya is the eighth of the 27 nakshatras, and the Moon passes through it about once a month. Tradition regards it as one of the most auspicious for purchases and new beginnings. When the Pushya window overlaps a Thursday (counted from sunrise to the next sunrise), it is called Guru Pushya, and Thursday's link with Jupiter and gold is why the pairing is so often cited.
📅 Upcoming Guru Pushya dates
Times are in IST and shown for the Thursday itself, so a window can start in the evening or end in the morning.
Guru Pushya: 18 Feb, 9:05 pm – 19 Feb, 6:40 am
Guru Pushya: 18 Mar, 6:22 am – 19 Mar, 3:20 am
Guru Pushya: 15 Apr, 6:00 am – 15 Apr, 9:33 am
Guru Pushya: 19 Nov, 1:51 am – 19 Nov, 6:22 am
🕒 How to use the times
- Treat the window shown for each date as the time to buy. It is clipped to the Thursday itself, so it can start in the evening or end in the morning.
- Avoid Rahu Kaal within the window. On a Thursday it falls in the early afternoon, and your city's exact time is on the guide page.
- The times are calculated from the Moon's position and are accurate to about ten minutes. For an exact muhurat, check a panchang for your city.
✅ Before you buy, on any date
- Look for the BIS hallmark and HUID on gold jewellery, and ask for a bill that lists purity (karat) and weight.
- Compare making charges between jewellers. They vary far more than the gold rate does.
- Check the day's gold rate before you pay. On festival days many jewellers run offers, so compare the final bill, not the discount.
Frequently asked questions
What is Guru Pushya Nakshatra?
It is the combination of Pushya Nakshatra with a Thursday. Pushya is widely regarded as one of the most auspicious nakshatras, and Thursday is the day of Jupiter, which is why the pairing is so often cited for buying gold.
How often does Guru Pushya occur?
Pushya Nakshatra occurs about once a month, but it only counts as Guru Pushya when it overlaps a Thursday. That happens a few times a year, so the dates on this page are spread out.
How are these Guru Pushya timings calculated?
From the Moon's position in the sidereal zodiac (Lahiri ayanamsa): the Moon is in Pushya between 3°20' and 16°40' of Karka. The window is then clipped to the Thursday. The results match published panchang lists to within about ten minutes.
Is Guru Pushya better than Akshaya Tritiya for buying gold?
Neither is better in any measurable way. Both are traditionally auspicious times, and customs vary by region and community. Neither predicts the gold price.
Do I have to buy gold on Guru Pushya?
No. It is a custom, not a requirement, and it is not financial advice. If you do buy, check the BIS hallmark and HUID and compare making charges.
More muhurat dates
- Dhanteras 2026
- Akshaya Tritiya 2027
- Ravi Pushya Nakshatra
- Buying gold during festivals in India
- Gold hallmarking and purity guide
Based on traditional beliefs, which vary by region and community. Not financial advice and not a prediction or guarantee of any outcome.